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my new favorite

Monday, September 6th, 2010

Crazy busy today – and the irony is not lost on me that I will be running around like this on a day that is supposed to be set aside to rest. But let me leave you with the links below and my new favorite Hipstamatic shot…

fun!

Sunday, September 5th, 2010

What a fun day yesterday. After getting some work done in the morning, I dropped Abbe off at The Carriage Trade Cheese Shoppe for work, and I got home hopped on my bike and had a great time at Bub’s soccer practice.

Viv and I were running the bases at Brooks Field and Viv held the camera on herself to some hilarious results…

That afternoon, after getting more coding done, I picked up Abbe from work, we headed to Jo Ann’s to get her some materials to make hats that we plan on selling to raise money for the Disney Marathon, stopped at Target for school supplies for Van and Viv, and then rode our bikes to PJ’s for dinner. After dinner, we headed to the Sand Stand for ice cream, walked across the bridge to stare at Lake Aetna a bit, and then started to pedal over to visit our friends LarryMac, Sharon, and Tim. Hanging out at Tim’s place was a blast! Tim has a little tiny puppy named Angus…

See? He’s a dainty 160 pound (not yet full grown too!) English Mastiff – so darn sweet. And here’s Abbe vs. Angus in a tug of war… I think Angus wins this one.

Larry brought over his conga and Tim got his guitars out for an impromptu jam – what a blast!

Here’s the three of us making some noise…

Movie reviews…

The Runaways – this movie was decent, and really only flawed due to the acrimonious departures of some of the members of the band. Joan Jett and Cherie Currie’s characters were great, Kristen Stewart did an awesome job as Jett. The shortcomings of the film were the performances were dumbed down a bit (based on the raunch I’ve heard actually took place) and the other members of the band (most notably Lita Ford) were nearly absent from the film entirely. That said, this film was based on Currie’s book about the band and her relationship with Jett and Lita Ford apparently would not be involved with the film.

Small Business/Tech Links…

so much more than music

Saturday, September 4th, 2010

I was reminded yesterday morning while teaching guitar to one of my little superhero buddies – it’s amazing the things you learn while you teach. There is so much more than music that happens when a kid learns to play an instrument. I’m so proud that my daughter is now interested in learning guitar AND getting back at piano. Also, my son wants to get back to guitar lessons too. I don’t push playing music on either one of my kids, but I am very happy they want to learn. (photo below by Denise)

less substantial

Saturday, September 4th, 2010

Busy day of coding and some back to school shopping. I’ll post something more substantial tomorrow probably.

Movie reviews…

Clash of the Titans – release the crap.

Small Business/Tech Links…

pizza, Phillies, and phriends

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Yesterday was a whirlwind, productive, and fun. My buddy Doug stopped in to hang out with Abbe, my kids, and I to have some pizza, beer, and watch a crazy Phillies – Rockies game last night.

I forgot to get all that sleep I was needing so badly last night, so I’m doubly-tired now.

Oh, before I forget, DressLikeAHo is running two specials right now, use coupon code “25clear” for 25% off any closeout or clearance items or use coupon code “10vamp” to get 10% off orders of $40 or more. Get your Halloween costumes now!

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